Lot Essay
Richard (1626-1712) third son of Oliver Cromwell; sat in Cromwell's House of Lords; succeeded his Father as Protector 1658; retired to the Continent 1660; and returned to England 1680 to live in retirement.
Details
Attributed to Louis du Guernier (1614-16590
Richard Cromwell, facing right in brown coat and cloak fastened with pearl clasps, wide lawn collar,
enamel, gilt-metal mount
oval, 1 5/8in. (41mm.) high
Richard Cromwell, facing right in brown coat and cloak fastened with pearl clasps, wide lawn collar,
enamel, gilt-metal mount
oval, 1 5/8in. (41mm.) high